Samsung Electronics today announced that in 2026, it will launch an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, available in 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, 100- and 115-inch models.1 The new expansive range introduces the next evolution of Samsung’s Micro RGB display technology, setting a new standard for premium home viewing. “With Samsung’s latest technology, our Micro RGB portfolio delivers vivid color and clarity that make movies, sports and TV shows feel more expressive and engaging,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Bus...

To bring advertising to life along major roadways in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Daktronics has partnered with Al Arabia Out Of Home, LLC, to manufacture and deliver 10 LED displays on skybridges above roadways. The project was completed late in 2024 to start the new year off with new messages delivered to passersby. “The LED cabinet design has greatly simplified our installation process. All assemblies are completed at the factory onto a prefabricated structure, which is then transported to the busy roads of Dubai,” said Al Arabia Senior Projec...

Luminar Technologies, Inc., a leading global technology company, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Quantum Computing Inc. (“QCi”) pursuant to which QCi will acquire Luminar Semiconductor, Inc. (“LSI”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Luminar, in an all-cash transaction valued at $110 million. QCi is an integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company with a focus on photonics-driven technologies and advanced sensing applications. LSI’s innovation platform and engineering depth complement QCi’s exis...

Absen, a global leader in LED display technology, has announced the launch of the PL 3.9 Pro V3, the latest evolution in its renowned Polaris Series. Engineered for both indoor and outdoor use, the PL 3.9 Pro V3 combines robust durability with exceptional visual performance, making it the ideal solution for live events, festivals, touring productions, and immersive brand experiences. Featuring a unique unibody dual-layer magnesium cabinet that offers both strength and lightness and available in two panel sizes (500×1000mm and 500×500mm), the system is easy to...

Founded in 2021, SEEV specializes in the R&D and production of AR diffraction waveguide micro-nano optical devices. The company, incubated by the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, as well as the GBA National Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation, has mastered the full-chain core technology for the mass production of diffraction waveguides. SEEV leads in waveguide shipment within the industry, with its products being used in the series of devices by Even Realities and numerous other domestic and global brands. In the realm of higher-performance ...

We couldn't be more excited about the future of spatial computing. Today, alongside our partners at Google, we are proud to share the first public look at Project Aura—upcoming wired XR glasses built for the Android XR ecosystem. Project Aura represents a major leap forward by pairing XREAL's specialized hardware--utilizing our X1S spatial computing chip and state-of-the-art optics--with the advanced capabilities of Google's Android XR and Gemini. Peak Inovation: XREAL Hardware + Google Intelligence Project Aura unites XREAL...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplays, announced that its Hummingbird II polychrome projector has been named a CES Innovation Awards® 2026 Honoree in the XR & Spatial Computing category. The world-renowned CES Innovation Awards program, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in 36 tech product categories. Hummingbird II Polychrome Projector Introduced in September, the Hummingbird II is JBD’s latest polychrome projector bu...

The future is right in front of our eyes: lighter, sleeker, and smarter than ever before. Smart glasses is no longer a distant vision; it is on the verge of becoming as natural to us as the smartphone is today. But turning this vision into reality requires more than just design concepts. With this in mind, ams OSRAM introduces VEGALED™ – its ultra compact RGGB optimized LED for LCoS & DMD projector applications and designed for micro-displays in smart glasses, pico projection and machine vision. This breakthrough combines exceptional temperatu...

Cellid Inc., a developer of displays and spatial recognition engines for next-generation AR glasses, today announced it will jointly develop AR glasses equipped with Cellid's plastic waveguides (AR glass lenses) – the only domestically mass-produced version – for the Sabae-designed AR glasses being developed and sold by jig.jp Inc. (Headquarters: Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture). This product is the result of joint development between jig.jp, a software developer specializing in mobile and web applications and services; Boston Club Co., Ltd. (Headquart...

(From Left) Professor Keon Jae Lee, Professor Tae-Hyuk Kwon, Ph.D candidate Min Seo Kim, Dr. Jae Hee Lee, Dr. Chae Gyu Lee Conventional pancreatic cancer treatments face a critical hurdle due to the dense tumor microenvironment (TME). This biological barrier surrounds the tumor, severely limiting the infiltration of chemotherapy agents and immune cells. While photodynamic therapy (PDT) offers a promising alternative, existing external light sources, such as lasers, fail to penetrate deep tissues effectively and pose risks of thermal damage and inflammation...

The emergence of AI powered smart glasses as the next platform for personal computing has been driven by separate but complementary innovations. First, tech product manufacturers have teamed up with manufacturers of spectacles and sunglasses to make products which look attractive and fashionable, and which are comfortable to wear.  The second innovation is the development of AI agents that are rapidly improving their ability to engage in natural-language interactions with users, and to operate intelligently in the context of the user’s life (for instance, understand...

As major tech companies race to define the future of smart wearables, Apple’s long-rumored smart glasses are drawing increasing attention. According to 9to5Mac, citing sources, Apple Glasses are expected to be unveiled in 2026, though shipments may not begin until 2027, with rumored features including a built-in camera, Apple Intelligence–related functions, voice interaction via Siri, and more. As 9to5Mac notes, Apple is now said to be developing an AI-focused “Apple Glasses” device—one that does not include AR features—driven in pa...

Brompton Technology has announced the successful deployment of its Tessera LED processing platform at Studio V, the newly opened virtual production stage inside StudioCube Daejeon, South Korea’s largest public broadcasting content production studio. StudioCube was established in 2017 by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) to support the competitiveness and development of South Korea’s broadcasting and video content industry. It has been used as a filming location for numerous hit pr...

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader in mobility technologies, is set to unveil its new AI Cabin Platform at CES 2026 in Las Vegas (January 6-9). Designed to run on automotive high-performance computing (HPC) systems, this innovative in-vehicle solution leverages generative artificial intelligence (AI) and is powered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s Snapdragon® Cockpit™ Elite. LG will showcase the AI Cabin Platform for the first time at its private showcase during the upcoming CES, where guests can experience a digital cockpit featuring ...

ams OSRAM is launching two new variants of the SIRIUS HRI® series for entertainment lighting. The compact Galaxy 250 and 20D short-arc HID lamps combine exceptional brightness, longer service life, and outstanding performance. Precise 2° beams and up to 6,000 hours or 8,000 hours of runtime make them the ideal choice for festivals, tours, and arenas. From festivals to touring productions, lighting designers rely on powerful and precise short-arc HID lamps to illuminate legendary entertainment shows. With the new SIRIUS HRI Galaxy 250 and 20D...

Tianma, a global leader in advanced display solutions, announced 11 groundbreaking technologies at the Tianma Technology Innovation Conference (TIC 2025), setting new standards for the future of displays in the AI era. Visionary Innovation: Shaping the Next Generation of Displays With the theme “Visionary Innovation • New Frontiers,” TIC 2025 brought together industry partners and academic leaders to explore the future of display technology. Tianma’s latest advancements span four key areas — OLED, automotive displays, IT disp...

A noninvasive method for measuring blood glucose levels, developed at MIT, could save diabetes patients from having to prick their fingers several times a day. The MIT team used Raman spectroscopy — a technique that reveals the chemical composition of tissues by shining near-infrared or visible light on them — to develop a shoebox-sized device that can measure blood glucose levels without any needles. In tests in a healthy volunteer, the researchers found that the measurements from their device were similar to those obtained by commercial continuous glucose mon...

LG Electronics USA has unveiled the LG MAGNIT "Active Micro LED" display, its latest innovation in home cinema that incorporates Active Matrix technology for ultra-precise control of every individual pixel. This next-generation model brings exceptional image clarity, contrast and depth, redefining the viewing experience with premium home entertainment. The new display will be launched for the U.S. market at CES® 2026, Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. The LG MAGNIT Active Micro LED display represents LG's premium MAGNIT lineup....

Google has announced major progress on two categories of AI-powered smart glasses—one equipped with a display and the other focused on audio—setting the stage for head-to-head competition with Meta as early as next year. In a blog post published Monday, Google said that the first co-developed AI glasses are scheduled for release in 2026. Early hardware partners include Samsung Electronics, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster, though the final industrial design has not yet been revealed. Google’s prototype showcases hands-free interaction and supports ...

Ennostar has reached new milestones in sustainability, securing three major recognitions: the National Sustainable Development Award, the 2025 Net Zero Certification Label– Bronze Level, and the TCSA Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Award– Platinum in Sustainability Reporting. The company has also earned validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), affirming that its decarbonization pathway aligns with the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement. These achievements reflect Ennostar’s unwavering commitment to environmental, s...

LG Electronics (LG) has announced that its dedicated virtual production (VP) LED solution is powering the newly opened “Studio V,” a cutting-edge VP stage located within StudioCube in Daejeon, South Korea. StudioCube is the country’s largest public filming facility, and Studio V now stands as one of the world’s largest volume VP studios, reinforcing Korea’s growing momentum in next-generation content production and strengthening its global presence in the entertainment market. The opening ceremony, held on December 3 and hosted ...

TrendForce’s recent research indicates that high-speed optical interconnects are now central to performance and scalability, especially as AI data centers grow into large clusters. The report predicts that worldwide shipments of optical transceivers of 800G and higher will hit 24 million units in 2025, then jump by 2.6 times to nearly 63 million units in 2026. TrendForce reports that the surge in demand has caused a significant upstream bottleneck in laser light sources. Nvidia, motivated by strategic reasons, has secured capacity at key electro-absorption modulated laser (...

A growing number of states are enacting legislation to phase out fluorescent tube lighting, signaling a decisive shift away from older, mercury-containing technologies toward modern, energy-efficient alternatives. This regulatory transition creates an immediate, nationwide demand for fast, compliant, and cost-saving replacement solutions. Edge LED, a leader in energy-efficient lighting solutions (edge-led.com), today announced the broad availability of its Light Labor Retrofit LED Flat Panel product. This innovative system allows facility teams to complete a full fixture upg...

Following the successful launch of the NIGHT BREAKER LED SMART ECE H11 for headlights, ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS) is continuing its series of innovative LED retrofit solutions. In addition to the new NIGHT BREAKER LED C5W ECE, the first ECE R37-approved LED signal lamp, the company is in-troducing four more road-legal³ SMART lamp types: NIGHT BREAKER LED SMART HB3, H9, HIR2 and H19. This enables ams OSRAM to further expand its portfolio of LED retrofit solu-tions and to open up new a...

At CES 2026, trinamiX GmbH and AUMOVIO will demonstrate a groundbreaking, non-invasive blood alcohol measurement solution for private and commercial vehicles. Designed to enhance road safety and address growing regulatory demand for innovative driver-monitoring systems, this state-of-the-art technology enables precise, real-time measurement of blood alcohol concentration by touching a sensor with the fingertip. Live demonstrations will take place at trinamiX booth #4565 at LVCC West Hall. This cutting-edge approach utilizes invisible near-infrared light that inte...

Varjo, the leading provider of military-grade virtual and mixed reality headsets, has today launched its State of XR in Simulation Training Report 2026, delivering a comprehensive and detailed insight into the landscape, challenges, and future direction of virtual and mixed reality technology in the simulation and training industry. Launching at I/ITSEC, the premier event for next-generation simulation and training technologies, Varjo’s report reveals the defense industry's growing maturity in adopting highly immersive XR technologies to power the next genera...

CarUX Holding Limited (“CarUX”) and Pioneer Corporation (“Pioneer”) held a joint international press conference in Tokyo, Japan, today (4), officially announcing their partnership to drive innovation and development in the smart mobility industry. The event was attended by Mr. Jim Hung, Chairman of CarUX and Mr. Shiro Yahara, President and CEO of Pioneer Corporation, who outlined the CarUX groups’ global strategies, synergistic strengths, and shared vision for the future. 　　Hung said, “ This collaboration not only af...

Veeco Instruments Inc., a global leader in advanced semiconductor and compound semiconductor process equipment, today announced wins with Sparrow Quantum (Denmark) and Yeungnam University (South Korea), who have selected Veeco’s Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) systems to strengthen their cutting-edge quantum research. These selections reinforce Veeco’s position as a trusted enabler of quantum innovation, with more than 30 systems installed worldwide for quantum technology development. Sparrow Quantum, a leader in quantum photonics, selected Veeco’s ...

Stunning displays offer unrivaled sonar performance, vivid 4K resolution and lightning-fast 5Ghz Wi-Fi capability Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world’s largest1 and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, today unveiled the GPSMAP® 9000xsv series – superior chartplotters designed for captains and anglers that demand world-class performance. Available with a 10-, 13- or 17-inch touchscreen display, these multi-functional displays (MFDs) boast Garmin’s cutting-edge integrated xCHIRP traditional sonar and UHD scanning sonar to help...

Until today, we’ve shared with you everything about our light field display — our core mission, the north star, and the “holy grail” of AR. Let’s now take a closer look at the key component that makes it possible: C·Bast, our proprietary FLCoS (Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal on Silicon) microdisplay, and what makes it a game-changer for today’s AR display. First, let’s provide a bit of context. Most AR displays today are essentially miniaturized monitors. They inherit properties developed for seated viewing of dense,...